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Grindstone Running Festival by Utmb

Verona, United States • 19-21 Sep 2025

The Grindstone Running Festival by UTMB is an exciting trail running event set in the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, featuring stunning fall foliage and challenging terrain. Participants can choose from four race distances: 100M, 100K, 50K, and 21K, catering to runners of all experience levels. This festival not only offers a chance to push personal endurance limits but also serves as a qualifier for prestigious events like the UTMB Mont-Blanc. Runners will experience breathtaking views while navigating through the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, making it a unique adventure for all trail running enthusiasts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Verona

Race information

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UTMB 20K UTMB 50K UTMB 100K UTMB 100M
100 mi
6400 m+
100m
100 km
3350 m+
100k
50 km
1550 m+
50k
21 km
500 m+
21k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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